Support Local Communities

Support local communities

In Fiscal Year 2015, the Massachusetts State Lottery returned $985.8 million in net profit to the Commonwealth, of which $945,750,001 million in Direct Local Aid was distributed to the 351 cities and towns.

Lottery revenues are distributed to the 351 cities and towns of the
Commonwealth according to a local aid formula established by Legislature.
Lottery funds are not earmarked for any specific programs, allowing cities and
towns to choose how they would like to spend the funds. For example, hiring new
police officers or purchasing firefighting equipment.

How is net profit distributed?

All direct local aid is distributed according to a local aid formula
established by the state legislature. Funds designated for Arts Lottery,
Cultural Council and Council on Compulsive Gambling are not subject to
the distribution formula.

Section 100 of Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2012 eliminated the Arts Lottery transfer of $78,613,899, which had been included in Indirect local aid in previous years. As a result, the Lottery reflected a surplus of $44,750,944, which was transferred to the General Fund.

Where can I:

Disclaimer: Information found on this website is believed to be accurate.
If you have questions about the winning numbers, contact the Lottery at (781) 848-7755 or
visit your nearest Lottery agent or Lottery office for the official winning numbers.